Patriot Software Reviews 3,307

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the exceptional customer service, highlighting the staff's helpfulness, knowledge, and quick response times. Many found the software easy to use, making tasks like payroll processing simple and efficient. The overall service is frequently described as outstanding, with people appreciating the smooth onboarding process and the peace of mind it brings to managing their business. However, some customers mentioned occasional issues with the software's features, finding them less automated or visually dated compared to other services. A few users also reported difficulties when dealing with complex tax setups or when needing explanations in simpler terms, feeling that the company sometimes used overly technical jargon.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

While switching from Quickbooks 2020Pro desktop version, all was going well with Patriot Accounting Premium until I hit what seemed to be a major snag. I called the support number because I couldn't g... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pros: easy to set up they make data input simple cost effective ability to choose if Patriot handles taxes or we do quick response to questions Cons: New business owners may have difficulty... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our transition to PS was easy and went smoothly. I was concerned about successfully transferring data from our previous provider but there were no issues. Additionally, a customer rep was available wi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Once everything was setup and my tax authority accounts were connected, payroll processing has worked flawlessly for the last decade plus. I like the control over how and when I'm taxed at my conven... See more


Company details

  1. Payroll Service
  2. Accountant
  3. Accounting Software Company
  4. Bookkeeping Service

About Patriot Software

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Easy accounting and payroll software.

Patriot's accounting and payroll software make running payroll and managing your books the easiest thing you'll do all day.

Backed by free USA-based support.

If you have a question or concern, our FREE USA-based support is available by phone, chat, or email.

Payroll starting at $17/month.

  • Unlimited payrolls
  • Free direct deposit
  • Free employee portal
  • Payroll tax filings and deposits*
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Accounting starting at $20/month.

  • Unlimited invoices
  • Automatic bank transaction imports
  • Create and print 1099s and 1096s
  • Seamless payroll integration
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Our Mission
Our mission is to make accounting and payroll fast, simple, and affordable for millions of American businesses and their accountants.

Contact info

30 days free + 50% off for 3 months

Enjoy 50% off Patriot's accounting and payroll software, plus add-ons.

4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Late night question

Question regarding tax filings emailed support after hours had answer by the next morning!

March 25, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Thanks for calling out our excellent support Todd. Our team of tax analysts and support staff are always working hard to get you your answers accurately and quickly.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Patriot payroll is a great program for…

Patriot payroll is a great program for small business and we have used it for over 2 years. Chat support has been very helpful.

My only complaint is we had an issue with our prefund account. We had made no changes in our account at the bank or with Patriot but suddenly they could not find our account. Turned out to be a Stripe issue. Patriot still charged us two $50 fees even though it wasn't our issue. I asked if they could be waived and was denied.

March 17, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Thank you for the kind words and for being a Patriot customer for over two years! We're glad our payroll software and chat support have been a good fit for your small business.
We're sorry to hear about the frustration with your prefund account, and we're glad you were able to get your bank account updated in the software so you're up and running. We appreciate your loyalty and hope to continue serving your business!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

you do a great job on the payroll

you do a great job on the payroll. Thanks

March 17, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Thanks Deborah. We appreciate you spreading the word. We want all American business owners to know there is an affordable payroll solution people appreciate.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had a small problem regarding a...

I had a small problem regarding a modification to my payroll. When I reached out to customer support, the response was timely and extremely helpful, enabling me to resolve my problem immediately. I have been a customer of Patriot for several years and have found their product accurate and easy to use.

March 24, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Thank you Larry. We're so happy your support was timely and helpful. We look forward to having you as a life-long customer.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great for us with Little Experience with Payroll

I lead a very small religious non-profit org. When I decided to move to a third-party payroll platform I did so with fear and trepidation. I am happy to say that Patriot Software has been great to work with and I love their payroll platform. Especially in the beginning I had to chat with their support staff and they were always very helpful.

I recommend them highly.

March 23, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Thank you so much for sharing your story! Making the leap to a third-party payroll platform is a big decision, especially for a small non-profit, and we're honored you chose Patriot. It's wonderful to hear our support team helped ease those early jitters. They'll love knowing they made a difference. Thank you for the kind recommendation, and for the important work you do!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Patriot software help is the absolute best!

Everytime I have to call patriot the representatives are personable, knowledeable and very helpful. I would give 6 out of 5 stars if I could.

March 16, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Awe Vance! Your review made our day. We appreciate you!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliable Payroll Software with Helpful Supportecently started using Patriot…

We recently started using Patriot Software for payroll, and our experience so far has been very positive. As a nonprofit new to managing payroll in-house, we needed a little more guidance during setup, and their customer service team was very helpful and patient with us.

Every time we reached out, support was responsive and walked us through the process step by step instead of just pointing us to articles. That made a big difference as we learned the system.

Overall, Patriot has been easy to use, affordable, and their customer service really stands out, especially for organizations like ours that are still learning payroll processes.

March 9, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Thank you for your thoughtful review Adrienne. Bringing payroll in-house for the first time is no small feat, and we're glad our team could walk alongside you through setup rather than leaving you to figure it out alone. We're cheering you on as you continue to get comfortable with the system. Thanks for choosing Patriot!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything I needed for my small business

I tried setting up my payroll after my accounting and had a few questions. I called and spoke to a lady that was so friendly, nice and very knowledgeable. I got everything setup and going. Looking forward to all this new program has to offer me and for a great price!

March 19, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

We're so glad you got a warm, knowledgeable voice on the other end of the line. Our support team takes a lot of pride in making setup feel easy rather than overwhelming. Here's to smooth payrolls ahead, and welcome to Patriot!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Little understanding on small business

They just dont understand the needs and challenges of small business owners. It appears as if they’re operating sitting on the ivory towers. Pretty bad alignment to the business objective and competitiveness.

March 19, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Thanks for sharing your feedback. We understand how frustrating this can feel, especially when you’re just getting a business off the ground. Our goal is to support small business owners while also following the policies and requirements that apply to all accounts. We know that doesn’t always line up with what a business owner needs in the moment, but these decisions are not made lightly. We apologize this didn't turn out as you'd hoped.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We needed support and was able to…

We needed support and was able to connect to live support in an instant. And, that tech support person was able to give us answers immediately! Extremely knowledge, and no foreign accents to deal with is a huge plus to me!

March 10, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Thanks for sharing your experience Patricia. We appreciate you.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Fairly easy transition from the other…

Fairly easy transition from the other online program. Patriot support was excellent. Still in the trial mode and no issues.

March 9, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Switching payroll providers can feel daunting, so we're glad the transition went smoothly and that our support team was there to help along the way. Enjoy the rest of your trial. We're excited to have you with us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Do it yourself EASY!

I am a do it yourself kind of business owner so the instructions that helped me onboard my information and set up the bank account information were easy to follow. I made a few mistakes with choice of tax start date but when I called for help, I reached a person rapidly and each time they helped me immediately. Best onboarding I have ever done and I have done many. Thanks.

March 10, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Exactly what we love to hear. Payroll that is so easy to set up you can do it yourself. :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Help is just a call away

Just getting started and having help just a call away is great. They have been very kind and helpful. One suggestion I would give is to add a delivery receipt to your invoice page. Thanks.

March 5, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

Thanks for the 5 star review Kathy! We've passed along your feedback to the product team!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Great Company Partnered with Poor Partner

My experience with Patriot Software's payroll program has been fantastic. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same about the accounting program. When I set it up in early January, the bank connection through Plaid was not working right. The techs at PS determined the problem was with Plaid's interface, not theirs. To Patriot's credit, they extended my free trial once this was discovered. However, a month later, Plaid had not done anything, so I pulled the plug. My thought is that perhaps Patriot needs to work with a different company than Plaid.

January 2, 2026
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Reply from Patriot Software

We're thrilled the payroll side has been a great experience for you, and we truly appreciate your patience with the accounting setup. You're right that the Plaid connection issue was frustrating, and we're sorry it ultimately led you to pause on the accounting program. Feedback like yours is genuinely valuable.

Just so you are aware the Plaid issues have been fixed now. Please contact our support if you'd like to try the accounting again. ;)

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